Description
The Girl in Red Colada cocktail is your next frozen obsession—a tropical twist on the classic piña colada, made bold and fruity with frozen strawberries, coconut, pineapple juice, and a splash of white rum. It’s creamy, vibrant, and seriously refreshing. Whether you’re planning a backyard hang or a cozy night in, this cocktail brings major vacation vibes.
Ingredients
Serves: 2 cocktails
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2 oz white rum (such as Bacardi)
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1½ cups frozen strawberries
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¾ cup cream of coconut (or coconut milk for a lighter version)
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½ cup pineapple juice
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1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 cup ice
Optional Garnishes:
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Fresh strawberries
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Pineapple wedges
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Shredded coconut (for rimming the glass)
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Red sugar or strawberry syrup (for added flair)
Instructions
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Prepare your glasses (optional):
Run a lime wedge around the rims of two glasses. Dip in red sugar or shredded coconut. Place in the freezer to chill while you blend the cocktail. -
Blend the cocktail:
In a blender, combine the white rum, frozen strawberries, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, lime juice, and ice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust texture with more ice or juice as needed.
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Serve and garnish:
Pour into chilled glasses. Garnish with a fresh strawberry and pineapple wedge. For extra flair, drizzle strawberry syrup inside the glass before pouring.
Notes
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Want to make it non-alcoholic? Just skip the rum and replace it with pineapple juice, coconut water, or sparkling water.
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For extra creaminess, try adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream—trust me, it’s dessert and drink in one.
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This cocktail can be pre-blended and frozen for up to 24 hours. Let it sit for a few minutes and stir or re-blend before serving.
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Coconut rum works great for a sweeter, more tropical version.
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Use frozen strawberries to help keep the texture thick and slushy—fresh strawberries will work too, but you’ll need more ice.